French Ambassador to the Kingdom De M. Charles-Henri D'aragor delivered here last night a speech at the Foreign Ministry Pavilion, lauding the great role played by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in addressing the region's issues. "The Kingdom's political substantial status and wisdom are respected and admired by the region and the world," the ambassador said. He pointed out that the recent accord signed in Makkah between the Palestinian Leaders came as a result of the Kingdom's efforts, describing the invitation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz as reflecting the genuine image of Saudi wisdom. The Ambassador praised the Saudi-French bilateral relations, saying "we in France are looking forward to enhance ties with the Kingdom in economic and cultural fields. After his speech, the Ambassador toured a number of pavilions participating in the National Festival of Heritage and Culture being held currently in Janadriya, 50 kilometers northeastern Riyadh.
